Intermediate Pavement Engineer

Overview

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We are seeking an Intermediate Pavement Engineer or EIT to join our growing Canadian operations. In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead. We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways. As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you\'ll be at the forefront of driving change. See what the power of commitment can do for you. Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners, and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it. We work with an energetic and high performing team, and this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in the following activities.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out project execution, proposal, and pavement design report / geotechnical investigation report preparation, with oversight and support by a senior pavement / geotechnical engineer
• Developing field work plans/program for the borehole, coring, test pitting investigation
• Conducting pavement condition surveys on flexible, rigid, surface treated and gravel pavements
• Carrying out pavement/geotechnical investigation including borehole and core logging, sampling of asphalt, concrete and subgrade soils, if required
• Conducting pavement data processing and analysis and pavement designs for new construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, widening, and resurfacing using state-of-the-art strategies
• Conducting geotechnical engineering assessments and analyses for a range of project types including shallow foundations for buildings, retaining walls, culverts, and storm sewers
• Executing projects to further gain experience in project management, preparing invoices and monitoring budget of projects throughout the duration of the projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pavement Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Material Engineering
• Post-graduate degree in relevant field is an asset
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the Pavement/Geotechnical Engineering field, with at least 2 of those years in the consulting industry in Ontario is preferred
• Experience with, and an interest in pavement evaluation, investigation, design, and asset management
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals, present information, and ideas, and respond to questions in a clear and concise manner
• Experience with AASHTO 1993 and MEPDG methods for designing flexible and rigid pavements
• Familiar with pavement related MTO’s OPSS, OPSD, SPs and Municipal standards
• Maintaining meaningful involvement in professional organizations is strongly encouraged
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Access)
• Professional Engineer License is an asset
• Valid G Class Ontario Driver’s License

Nice to have

• Practical knowledge of statistics, numerical modeling and computational methods for data analysis and quality management
• Experience in providing pavement designs to the MTO and Municipalities is considered a strong asset
• High proficiency with current pavement/geotechnical design software applications
• Project management experience and technical expertise with pavement analysis/engineering/design projects, using Municipal standards, MTO, and AASHTO methods
• Ability and willingness to be mobile and travel for work as needed

It\'s a bonus if you have additional capabilities that support project success. As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. This role can be based in any of our GTA offices - Toronto, Mississauga, Markham or Whitby.